New exam provider announced

Pearson VUE has been added as a new exam delivery provider for Microsoft Certification exams. Starting September 4, 2014, candidates may choose from both Prometric or Pearson VUE to complete their Microsoft Certification Professional (MCP) and Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exams. Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and academic MTA exams will continue to be delivered through Certiport.

As announced at the Worldwide Partner Conference, Microsoft is consolidating all exam delivery provider services with Pearson VUE and Certiport, a division of Pearson VUE, effective January 1, 2015. This will enable Microsoft to provide a more seamless customer experience through the Microsoft Certification exam testing process.

Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When do the changes take effect?

Starting on September 4, 2014, you may choose from Prometric or Pearson VUE

On January 1, 2015, all exams will be provided by Pearson VUE only

Which exams are affected?

MCP and MTA exams

Why are you making the change?

In order to provide a more seamless customer experience, Microsoft is consolidating all exam delivery provider services with Pearson VUE and Certiport, a division of Pearson VUE, effective January 1, 2015.